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November 15, 2009 at 3:17 pm #23331WeaponZeroParticipant
Post pics when you get it. We want to see.
You mentioned you have a one piece race suit, what kind?
November 15, 2009 at 3:53 pm #23332megaspazParticipantcongrats! See, giving your dad a chance worked out. you got a loan for 1/2 the bike at 0% interest and no obligation to pay back.
November 15, 2009 at 4:01 pm #23334MunchParticipantGrats!!!…..first paycheck if you can’t get the dealer to throw it in for ya….. get those sliders you mentioned to the other member!
November 15, 2009 at 6:32 pm #23335eternal05ParticipantSuccess! Congratulations.
Grab some frame sliders while you’re learning, or maybe learn to take the fairings off and ride around streetfightered for a bit. Just until you’re comfortable with the weight and have learned your slow-speed maneuvers.
Man I’m excited for you! Def. post pictures when you have them.
November 15, 2009 at 7:02 pm #23336TaraParticipantYeah, I’ll be getting the sliders for sure. I would buy a used bike, but I would just hate dealing with any issues that come with an out-of-warranty motorcycle.
Thanks for the advice, megaspaz. I think you and eternal05 were the first to mention my dad might find it in his heart to give his little girl a break
Oh and weaponzero, it’s actually a jacket with a zipper on the bottom, but I haven’t bought the pants to match yet! This is a pic of the jacket.
It’s really nice, but I haven’t found anything to match so far.
November 15, 2009 at 7:50 pm #23338Speedy RodriguezParticipant…there *is* a Santa Clause…
Congrats.
November 15, 2009 at 8:13 pm #23339WeaponZeroParticipantIt looks like a nice jacket but from the picture it doesn’t look like it has sufficient ventilation for Florida heat. How does it feel?
November 15, 2009 at 11:51 pm #23341TaraParticipantIt has some vents that you’re able to open on the sides, and I’ll probably have it zipped down a little bit on the top as well. From the little riding I’ve done on it so far, it’s fine with me. I also got white so that I won’t get as hot as black.
November 16, 2009 at 12:56 am #23342SantaCruzRiderParticipantI think you’re very smart to go used on your first bike. The only thing worse than making a newbie mistake and dropping your bike is making that same mistake and dropping your brand-spanking-new bike. I know because I did it with the one and only new bike I’ve owned. It stings so much less to buff out a fairing or replace a taillight on a 5-yr-old bike.
Also, your mileage may vary, but I’ve had very good luck with the reliability of used bikes. If it’s been running strong for the PO and maintenance has been done, it will likely continue on the same path. The fact that you’re looking at the Ninja 250, rather than some exotic or street racer, should also help you avoid a lemon.
Happy hunting!November 16, 2009 at 3:00 am #23343TaraParticipantI would love to have a brand new model, but obviously, in the long run, it’s probably better to go used. I just want to make sure the dealer can give us some sort of guarantee or warranty so I have some piece of mind. I haven’t had good experiences with used stuff, let me tell you.
November 16, 2009 at 11:01 pm #23363TaraParticipantI cannot believe my eyes every time I go into my garage and see this beautiful beast that is rightfully mine. I am broke now, but damn it, it’s so satisfying. I’ve been riding my new 250r all day! My dad and I went to this mechanic who was selling his bike (my dad’s a mechanic, so he knew if he was BSing him) and he gave us a great deal. $4000 after everything, and he threw in the center stand.
You can say what you want, but I love the mods he made to it. Saved me some money, since I was going to eventually do the same things. I would have preferred green, but black is great too.
Pictures!!!!!
Those were taken at the guy’s house, so don’t hate on the ugly house lol
Thank you guys for all your help, and getting my guts worked up to ask my dad to help me out
I’ve realized one of my dreams, only a few more to go!
xo Tara
November 16, 2009 at 11:05 pm #23365MunchParticipantGorgeous!!! Like the accent on the rims also! That thing is just purdy, even if it is a sport bike…lol..j/k.
Treat her like a best friend for life and she will return the favor.November 17, 2009 at 12:30 am #23366EddiepowerfmParticipantTara, I am so very happy for you, especially after test riding the 250 this weekend. Be patient with her, you have nothing to prove to anybody.
Nobody has said it but I am sure we all think it. “cute girl like Tara on a hot bike like that is going to have the freshman boys on campus at a loss for words”.
Keep Rockin
November 17, 2009 at 12:49 am #23367eonParticipantVery very nice. Here’s hoping you keep it sunny side up. Seems like there have been a few drops on here recently.
November 17, 2009 at 2:09 am #23371WeaponZeroParticipantThat thing is sexy. Hope everything goes well with it!
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